Earlier today at the Our Ocean Conference Research Symposium, I spoke about strengthening maritime security through innovation and technology. As #OOC2026 begins this week, one message stands out: maritime security is about more than ships and ports—it protects people, economies and ecosystems.

Rapa Nui shows what’s possible when Indigenous leadership and technology work together. We’re proud to support this effort, helping turn data into action across one of the largest marine protected areas in the world. globalfishingwatch.org/article/rapa...

Rapa Nui: Where Ancestral Wisdom Meets Modern Innovation

In this fabled place, Indigenous stewardship and satellite data come together to protect one of the world’s most remote marine ecosystems.

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Global Fishing Watch@globalfishingwatch.org · 4mo ago

On Rapa Nui, Indigenous leadership and modern technology are working hand-in-hand 🌊 Together, they’re helping protect 700,000 km² of ocean, turning data into action and strengthening local stewardship. 👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cqZyFo

The Cape Town Agreement brings safer seas within reach. But its success will depend on implementation. Without mandatory vessel tracking, risks remain hidden at sea. Transparency must now follow. Read my full statement: 🔗 bit.ly/4smRRq7

Cape Town Agreement milestone brings safer seas within reach but transparency must now follow

On Feb. 24, Argentina acceded to the Cape Town Agreement, marking a major breakthrough for global fishing safety and ushering this long-awaited treaty one step closer to reality.

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Ultimate beneficial ownership transparency helps reveal who truly controls and profits from fishing vessels so governments can hold those responsible for vessel actions to account. The new Global Fishing Watch factsheet details why UBO must be central to global fisheries governance. bit.ly/3N2qXVm

Ultimate Beneficial Ownership: Why Transparency Is Vital for Effective Fisheries Governance

Ultimate beneficial ownership (UBO) transparency exposes who controls and profits from fishing vessels, helping deter IUU fishing, improve governance, and close regulatory loopholes.

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Global Fishing Watch@globalfishingwatch.org · 5mo ago

Ultimate beneficial ownership transparency helps reveal who really controls and profits from fishing vessels — strengthening accountability, licensing and enforcement. Explore our new factsheet to learn why it matters. ⬇️ 🔗 https://bit.ly/4kWmpfL #UBO #IUUfishing

Today marks a historic day for the ocean 🌊 The High Seas Treaty is now in force — but its success depends on what comes next. Read how Global Fishing Watch is helping turn ambition into real protection in @ceo.globalfishingwatch.org full statement: https://bit.ly/49HCWiu

Proud to share the launch of the updated Deep-Sea Mining Watch platform. This new tool brings much-needed visibility to deep-sea exploration, using open data and advanced analytics to help the world understand what’s happening in one of the ocean’s most remote regions.

Global Fishing Watch@globalfishingwatch.org · 8mo ago

The new Deep-Sea Mining Watch is LIVE! Learn how the platform uses AIS data and Global Fishing Watch technology to reveal deep-sea mineral exploration happening thousands of miles offshore. Read → https://bit.ly/49Tqii6 @ucsbenioffocean.bsky.social

📣 BREAKING: Deep-Sea Mining Watch is LIVE. Developed by the @ucsbenioffocean.bsky.social and powered by @globalfishingwatch.org technology, this new public data portal maps vessel activity linked to deep-sea mineral exploration around the world. Explore the new portal → bit.ly/4pg00v3

This is great - the bottom line is that strict marine protected areas work not only for marine life but for small scale fishermen. Why are fishing organisations not clamouring for these? www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

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Irish scientist Mark John Costello, based at Nord University in Norway, looked at the evidence of economic benefits on 50 existing marine protected areas in 31 countries. Can protecting parts of our o...

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When vessel tracking data is public, accountability follows. Chile’s leadership in transparency shows what’s possible when governments choose openness over opacity. This is the future of fisheries management — data-driven, inclusive and effective. 🇨🇱

Global Fishing Watch@globalfishingwatch.org · 9mo ago

🎙️ “In Chile 🇨🇱, transparency isn’t just a principle — it’s policy.” Hear from Soledad Tapia, National Director of Sernapesca, on how openness and technology are transforming Chile’s fisheries. 🎥 Part of our Transparency in Focus: Chile series. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4nIi9QX

A landmark recognition for the High Seas Treaty — and a moment of hope for ocean governance. 🌊 Congratulations to the @highseasalliance.bsky.social and all who made this global agreement a reality. Transparency will be key to turning commitment into action. #BBNJ #HighSeas #EarthshotPrize

High Seas Alliance@highseasalliance.bsky.social · 9mo ago

The #HighSeasTreaty has won the Earthshot Prize for the 'Revive our Oceans' category! We're honored to receive this award on behalf of the Treaty- it has been a collective effort & a recognition of all the hard work by so many people over so many years: highseasalliance.org/2025/11/06/h...

Artificial intelligence is changing how we see the ocean. Used responsibly, it can detect hidden fishing, predict risk, and empower smarter governance. But we must ensure these tools serve transparency, not secrecy. Read how Global Fishing Watch is leading the way. @paulwoods.io bit.ly/4qMiQLR

AI Can Help Save the Ocean — If We Let It

Artificial intelligence is already transforming ocean governance. Now it’s time for governments to use it.

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🌊 Wrapping up #NYCClimateWeek + #UNGA80 with growing momentum for the ocean. With more belief in public data & transparency, we can help protect biodiversity, fight IUU fishing and support #BBNJ implementation. Continued momentum will be critical for the ocean and our planet. 🌍

A rainy morning run here in New York has sparked a few thoughts on #ClimateWeekNYC and #BBNJ

AI is transforming how we see activity at sea. My colleague @paulwoods.io explains why data transparency can build on current insights, improve the performance of AI models and empower good governance, to protect marine life, fisheries & coastal communities. 📄 globalfishingwatch.org/opinion/ai-c...

AI Can Help Save the Ocean — If We Let It

Artificial intelligence is already transforming ocean governance. Now it’s time for governments to use it.

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Global Fishing Watch@globalfishingwatch.org · 10mo ago

AI is often seen as a risk, but it could also be a force for good 🌍 In his #ClimateWeekNYC op-ed, Global Fishing Watch’s @paulwoods.io explores how AI can: 🌊 Make the invisible visible at sea 👩‍✈️ Equip governments to fight illegal fishing 🌱 Advance the climate agenda Read more: https://t.co/fyH6VtngN2

Honored to contribute to the discussion yesterday at @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social high-level roundtable during #UNGA80, which focused on the role of AI in advancing ocean transparency and sustainability. Keeping transparency and open data at the center of ocean governance is essential

Looking forward to joining global leaders at the @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social High-Level Roundtable on ocean governance at #UNGA80 this week. Excited to discuss transparency, accountability, and the future of our shared ocean. #Ocean #Governance #BBNJ #Transparency

I have arrived in New York ahead of #UNGA80. My agenda this week is to keep transparency at the heart of high-seas discussions and build the partnerships needed to deliver transparency. Big moment for the ocean: time to make it count. #BBNJ @globalfishingwatch.org @highseasalliance.bsky.social

The High Seas Treaty has officially achieved its 60th landmark ratification — but now we need to get to work. With openness and transparency guiding strong government action, we can find a better way to govern and manage the ocean for future generations. My statement: bit.ly/3KcA0RJ

The High Seas Treaty has achieved full ratification. Now the hard work begins

Transparency will be key to turning commitments into protections that ensure sustainable use of our shared ocean, says Global Fishing Watch’s Tony Long

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The High Seas Treaty has officially achieved its 60th landmark ratification, a historic milestone for our ocean. 🌍 But ratification is just the start. Now comes the hard work: turning commitments into protections through transparency + accountability. Read our statement: https://bit.ly/3KcA0RJ

The High Seas Treaty has entered into force — but now we need to get to work. With openness and transparency guiding strong government action, we can find a better way to govern and manage the ocean for future generations. My statement: globalfishingwatch.org/statement/th... #BBNJ #Transparency

The High Seas Treaty has entered into force. Now the hard work begins

Transparency will be key to turning commitments into protections that ensure sustainable use of our shared ocean, says Global Fishing Watch’s Tony Long

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New report from the @ejfoundation.org Hundreds of distant-water vessels plunder Argentine shortfin squid, a keystone of ocean life & a lifeline for coastal economies. The Coalition for Fisheries Transparency is pushing for stronger rules to end these abuses through its Global Charter. bit.ly/4gsAHCy

The BBNJ Agreement is expected to come into force at #UNGA80, a milestone for ocean governance. To implement it, we urge leaders to adopt greater transparency in fisheries governance. Knowing who owns a vessel is key to improving compliance & ending illegal fishing. We can't manage what we can't see

Global Fishing Watch@globalfishingwatch.org · 11mo ago

Fishing fleets are often controlled by hidden owners who evade accountability. UBO transparency is key to stop IUU fishing, protect workers and safeguard seafood supply chains ➡ Swipe to learn more about UBO #UBO #Ocean #UNGA80 #UNGA2025 Read our policy brief: bit.ly/4nwyisU

My thoughts are with Rémi's family and friends this afternoon as his memorial service takes place in Amsterdam. I am sad not to have been able to travel but I know that his achievements will be celebrated in style! His memory, his legend, will live on in so many ways. RIP Rémi. 💙

Brazil is showing how open data and technology can strengthen ocean governance. Tools like Marine Manager, co-developed by Dona Bertarelli, turn complex information into clear insights, helping build the ocean resilience we need ahead of #COP30 globalfishingwatch.org/article/braz...

Global Fishing Watch@globalfishingwatch.org · 11mo ago

Brazil is using our Marine Manager platform to help oversee its coastline — turning complex ocean data into clear, actionable insights that can inform policy, guide energy decisions and protect marine areas. Read more 👉 globalfishingwatch.org/article/braz... #OpenData #OceanTransparency #Brazil

The ocean sustains billions of people and global economies. Yet, illegal and unreported fishing operates largely in the shadows, threatening marine life, human rights, and food security. Governments must act now to deliver full transparency at sea. Learn more: bit.ly/41M3PyE @oceana.bsky.social

The High Seas Treaty is history in the making. But its promise depends on action. At #BBNJ PrepCom II, @globalfishingwatch.org is on the ground supporting evidence-based implementation of the BBNJ agreement. Let’s ensure the treaty translates into real protections for the ocean.

From navigating warships to leading the charge for ocean transparency, @ceo.globalfishingwatch.org Tony Long shares how satellites, AI and open data are transforming how we protect our ocean. Watch his TED Talk 👇

Tony Long@ceo.globalfishingwatch.org · 12mo ago

If you can't see it, you can't manage it. In my TED Talk, I share how we're using satellites, AI and open data at @globalfishingwatch.org to fight illegal fishing and bring transparency to the ocean. www.ted.com/talks/tony_l... #TEDTalk #OceanTransparency

If you can't see it, you can't manage it. In my TED Talk, I share how we're using satellites, AI and open data at @globalfishingwatch.org to fight illegal fishing and bring transparency to the ocean. www.ted.com/talks/tony_l... #TEDTalk #OceanTransparency

Tony Long: The outlaws of the ocean — and how we're reeling them in

Pirate fishing, oil spills and other undetected crimes are destroying ocean ecosystems -- but we can't stop what we can't see. Harnessing the power of satellite data and AI to catch maritime offenders...

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Why do some say marine protected areas are just “paper parks”? And are industrial fishers actually staying out of these no-fishing zones? New in @science.org: We used AI + satellite radar to find out. doi.org/10.1126/scie... #ScienceResearch #OceanConservation #OceanTransparency #30x30 #Fisheries